LIORESAL INTRATHECAL (baclofen injection) is a muscle relaxant and antispastic. Its chemical name is 4-amino-3-(4-chlorophenyl) butanoic acid, and its structural formula is:

Baclofen is a white to off-white, odorless or practically odorless crystalline powder, with a molecular weight of 213.66. It is slightly soluble in water, very slightly soluble in methanol, and insoluble in chloroform.

LIORESAL INTRATHECAL is a sterile, pyrogen-free, isotonic solution free of antioxidants, preservatives or other potentially neurotoxic additives indicated only for intrathecal administration. The drug is stable in solution at 37° C and compatible with CSF. Each milliliter of LIORESAL INTRATHECAL contains baclofen U. S. P. 50 mcg, 500 mcg or 2000 mcg and sodium chloride 9 mg in Water for Injection; pH range is 5.0 - 7.0. Each ampule is intended for SINGLE USE ONLY. Discard any unused portion. DO NOT AUTOCLAVE.

The precise mechanism of action of baclofen as a muscle relaxant and antispasticity agent is not fully understood. Baclofen inhibits both monosynaptic and polysynaptic reflexes at the spinal level, possibly by decreasing excitatory neurotransmitter release from primary afferent terminals, although actions at supraspinal sites may also occur and contribute to its clinical effect. Baclofen is a structural analog of the inhibitory neurotransmitter gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), and may exert its effects by stimulation of the GABAB receptor subtype.

LIORESAL INTRATHECAL when introduced directly into the intrathecal space permits effective CSF concentrations to be achieved with resultant plasma concentrations 100 times less than those occurring with oral administration. In people, as well as in animals, baclofen has been shown to have general CNS depressant properties as indicated by the production of sedation with tolerance, somnolence, ataxia, and respiratory and cardiovascular depression.

LIORESAL INTRATHECAL (baclofen injection) is indicated for use in the management of severe spasticity. Patients should first respond to a screening dose of intrathecal baclofen prior to consideration for long term infusion via an implantable pump. For spasticity of spinal cord origin, chronic infusion of LIORESAL INTRATHECAL via an implantable pump should be reserved for patients unresponsive to oral baclofen therapy, or those who experience intolerable CNS side effects at effective doses. Patients with spasticity due to traumatic brain injury should wait at least one year after the injury before consideration of long term intrathecal baclofen therapy. LIORESAL INTRATHECAL is intended for use by the intrathecal route in single bolus test doses (via spinal catheter or lumbar puncture) and, for chronic use, only in implantable pumps approved by the FDA specifically for the administration of LIORESAL INTRATHECAL into the intrathecal space.

Hypersensitivity to baclofen. LIORESAL INTRATHECAL is not recommended for intravenous, intramuscular, subcutaneous or epidural administration.

LIORESAL INTRATHECAL is for use in single bolus intrathecal injections (via a catheter placed in the lumbar intrathecal space or injection by lumbar puncture) and in implantable pumps approved by the FDA specifically for the intrathecal administration of baclofen. Because of the possibility of potentially life-threatening CNS depression, cardiovascular collapse, and/or respiratory failure, physicians must be adequately trained and educated in chronic intrathecal infusion therapy. The pump system should not be implanted until the patient’s response to bolus LIORESAL INTRATHECAL injection is adequately evaluated. Evaluation (consisting of a screening procedure: see Dosage and Administration) requires that LIORESAL INTRATHECAL be administered into the intrathecal space via a catheter or lumbar puncture. Because of the risks associated with the screening procedure and the adjustment of dosage following pump implantation, these phases must be conducted in a medically supervised and adequately equipped environment following the instructions outlined in the Dosage and Administration section. Resuscitative equipment should be available.

Following surgical implantation of the pump, particularly during the initial phases of pump use, the patient should be monitored closely until it is certain that the patient’s response to the infusion is acceptable and reasonably stable. On each occasion that the dosing rate of the pump and/or the concentration of LIORESAL INTRATHECAL (baclofen injection) in the reservoir is adjusted, close medical monitoring is required until it is certain that the patient’s response to the infusion is acceptable and reasonably stable.

It is mandatory that the patient, all patient caregivers, and the physicians responsible for the patient receive adequate information regarding the risks of this mode of treatment. All medical personnel and caregivers should be instructed in 1) the signs and symptoms of overdose, 2) procedures to be followed in the event of overdose and 3) proper home care of the pump and insertion site.

Children should be of sufficient body mass to accommodate the implantable pump for chronic infusion. Please consult pump manufacturer‘s manual for specific recommendations.

Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients below the age of 4 have not been established.

Special attention must be given to recognizing the signs and symptoms of overdosage, especially during the initial screening and dose-titration phase of treatment, but also during reintroduction of LIORESAL INTRATHECAL after a period of interruption in therapy.

Refer to the manufacturer's manual for the implantable pump approved for intrathecal infusion for specific instructions and precautions for programming the pump and/or refilling the reservoir. There are various pumps with varying reservoir volumes and there are various refill kits available. It is important to be familiar with all of these products in order to select the appropriate refill kit for the particular pump in use.

LIORESAL INTRATHECAL (baclofen injection) is packaged in single use ampules containing 0.05 mg/1 mL (50 mcg/mL), 10 mg/20 mL (500 mcg/mL), 10 mg/5 mL (2000 mcg/mL), or 40 mg/20 mL (2000 mcg/mL) supplied as follows:

Screening dose (Model 8563s): five ampules each containing 0.05 mg/1 mL (50 mcg/mL)

(NDC 70121-2496-5).

LIORESAL INTRATHECAL (baclofen injection) Refill Kits. Each refill kit includes the indicated amount of LIORESAL INTRATHECAL, a drug preparation kit, a pump refill kit with accessories that are compatible with Medtronic SynchroMed® Infusion Systems, and associated instructions.

Model 8561: one ampule containing 10 mg/20 mL (500 mcg/mL)

(NDC 70121-2501-1).

Model 8562: two ampules, each contains 10 mg/5 mL (2000 mcg/mL)

(NDC 70121-2502-2).

Model 8564: one ampule containing 40 mg/20 mL (2000 mcg/mL)

(NDC 70121-2503-1).

Model 8565: two ampules, each contains 10 mg/20 mL (500 mcg/mL)

(NDC 70121-2504-2).

Model 8566: two ampules, each contains 40 mg/20 mL (2000 mcg/mL)

(NDC 70121-2505-2).

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Amneal Pharmaceuticals LLC

Bridgewater, NJ  08807

Lioresal® is a registered trademark of Amneal

SynchroMed® is a registered trademark of Medtronic, Inc.

Rev. 08-2022-00

Drug Preparation Kit

For use with Medtronic ® SynchroMed Implantable Programmable Infusion Pumps

Instructions for Use

The Lioresal® Intrathecal (baclofen injection) Drug Preparation Kit is used for kit models 8561, 8562, 8564, 8565 and 8566 to draw the drug from
the ampule(s). The appropriate ampule(s) is/are placed within the corresponding kit.

In addition, each kit contains:
-Syringe cap(s)
-Filter Straw® tube(s)
-Ampule opener(s)
-Syringe label(s)
-Plastic bag
-Four gauze pads
-20 mL syringe
-Lioresal® Intrathecal (baclofen injection)
prescribing information
-Drug Preparation Kit Instructions for Use

INDICATIONS

The Lioresal® Intrathecal (baclofen injection) Drug Preparation Kit is intended for use with Medtronic SynchroMed implantable programmable infusion pumps. It is not for use with the Medtronic MiniMed® infusion pumps.
Refer to the Lioresal® lntrathecal (baclofen injection) drug Prescribing Information for indications, contraindications, warnings, precautions, dosage and administration information, and screening procedures. 

CONTRAINDICATIONS

Refer to the contraindications listed in the appropriate pump technical manual, 856X refill kit instructions for use, and drug labeling.

PRECAUTIONS

If dilution of the drug is required, refer to the drug labeling for proper diluent and procedures.

For emergency procedures, refer to the Refill Kit 856X Instructions For Use that are packaged with the refill kit.

STERILIZATION

All components of the Drug Preparation Kit are sterile. Do not resterilize. Should sterility be in question, discard and use a new kit. The outside of the ampule is sterile. If sterile technique is broken,
the contents of the ampule are still sterile.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

Use sterile technique throughout the procedure to prevent contamination of the components and drug.

Note: The drug ampule is not sterile.

1. Remove the drug ampule from the box. Confirm drug ampule concentration prior to drug administration.

2. Open the ampule as follows:
Note: The entire neck of the ampule is scored. An ampule opener has been provided to ease the opening of the ampule; always exercise caution when opening a glass ampule
Note: If the ampule opener is not used, use gauze pads to hold the top of the ampule when opening.

Figure 1.  

a. Hold the ampule in one hand and place opener (fins first) over the neck until it rests on the base portion of the ampule. Grasp opener with forefinger and thumb while holding the ampule base. Hold ampule upright and snap. Dispose of opener and ampule top to prevent potential contamination (Figure 1). 

3. Assemble the syringe and Filter Straw® tube (Figure 2), making sure the syringe connection is snug to avoid leakage.

Figure 2. Assemble syringe and Filter Straw® tube

4.Withdraw the drug from the ampule(s) (Figure 3).

Figure 3. Withdraw drug from ampule

5.Remove the Filter Straw® tube from the syringe. Appropriately discard Filter Straw® tube.

6.Purge the air from the syringe.

7. If drug syringe is to be transferred prior to procedure a syringe cap has been provided. Attach the syringe cap, making sure the cap is snug to avoid leakage.

8. For convenience, a syringe label has been provided to capture patient's name, drug name, drug concentration, and date.

9. Peel the backing from the label and attach the label to the syringe, making sure not to cover the volume indicators on the syringe (Figure 4).

Figure 4. Syringe with cap and label

10.  If the drug needs to be transported, place the syringe(s) in the plastic bag.

11.  If applicable, repeat steps 1 – 10 with the second syringe, Filter Straw® tube, syringe cap, and syringe label supplied in the Model 8562, 8565 and 8566 kits.

12. Refer to the 856X refill kit Instructions for Use for pump refill instructions.

Note: Purge air from syringe prior to drug administration.

Rx Only

Medtronic® and MiniMed® are trademarks of Medtronic® and are registered in the U.S. and possibly other countries.

Lioresal® is a registered trademark of Amneal

Filter Straw® is a registered trademark of B.Braun Medical Inc.

Amneal Pharmaceuticals LLC

Bridgewater, NJ  08807

Rev. 03-2023-00

Amneal Refill Kit 856X for use with Medtronic SynchroMed® Implantable Programmable Infusion Pumps

Instructions for Use

Rx only

Explanation of symbols on product or package labeling

Refer to the appropriate product for symbols that apply.

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Table of contents

 

Introduction 7

Package contents 7

Indications 7

Contraindications 7

Warnings 7

Precautions 11

Adverse events 12

Instructions for use 12

Sterilization 12

Preliminary procedures 12

Emptying the SynchroMed pump 13

Refilling the SynchroMed pump 16

Programming the SynchroMed pump 19

After the refill procedure 19

Reservoir rinse procedure 19

Performing a reservoir rinse 19

Technical support 20

Emergency procedures 20

Lioresal Intrathecal (baclofen injection) overdose 20

Lioresal Intrathecal (baclofen injection) underdose/withdrawal 21

Emergency procedure to empty pump reservoir 22

Special notice 23

Limited Warranty 24

Amneal MODEL 856X REFILL KIT LIMITED WARRANTY 24

1The referenced manual is available from the Medtronic website. To view, download, print, or order the manual, go to www.medtronic.com/manual or contact your Medtronic representative.

Introduction

These instructions include only the procedure for refilling the pump reservoir with Lioresal Intrathecal (baclofen injection). Refer to the appropriate technical manuals, provided by the manufacturer for instructions on implanting and/or programming of the pump.

Package contents

The Model 856X Refill Kit contains the following sterile components that are not made with natural rubber latex:

• Two 22-gauge noncoring needles
• Extension set with a clamp
• 0.2-micron filter
• 20-mL syringe
• Template
• Fenestrated drape with adhesive strips
• Accessories (adhesive bandage, sharps plug, four gauze pads, two alcohol wipes, gloves, povidone iodine swab sticks)
• Refill Kit Instructions for Use
• Sterile drape

Indications

The Model 856X Refill Kit is intended for use in refilling Medtronic SynchroMed implantable programmable infusion pumps. It is not for use with the Medtronic MiniMed infusion pumps.

Contraindications

Amneal refill kits are contraindicated for all catheter access port procedures.

Warnings

Withdrawal - Abrupt discontinuation of intrathecal baclofen, regardless of the cause, has resulted in sequelae that include high fever, altered mental status, exaggerated rebound spasticity, and muscle rigidity, that in rare cases has advanced to rhabdomyolysis, multiple organ-system failure and death.

Prevention of abrupt discontinuation of intrathecal baclofen requires careful attention to programming and monitoring of the infusion system, refill scheduling and procedures, and pump alarms. Patients and caregivers should be advised of the importance of keeping scheduled refill visits and should be educated on the early symptoms of baclofen withdrawal. Special attention should be given to patients at apparent risk (e.g. spinal cord injuries at T-6 or above, communication difficulties, history of withdrawal symptoms from oral or intrathecal baclofen). Consult the technical manual of the implantable infusion system for additional postimplant clinician and patient information.

User instructions - Comply with all product instructions for initial preparation and filling, implantation, programming, refilling, and accessing the catheter access port (if present) of the pump. Failure to comply with all instructions can lead to technical errors or improper use of implanted infusion pumps and result in additional surgical procedures, a return of underlying symptoms, drug withdrawal symptoms, or a clinically significant or fatal drug underdose or overdose.

Implantation and system management - Implantation and ongoing system management must be performed by individuals trained in the operation and handling of the infusion system and must be in compliance with procedures described in the appropriate technical instructions. Inadequate training or failure to follow instructions can require surgical revision or replacement, and result in a clinically significant or fatal drug underdose or overdose.

Overinfusion – Overinfusion is defined as the delivery of more drug volume than the programmed rate, exceeding the pump’s flow rate accuracy specification. Pump reservoir contents aspirated during a refill procedure that are less than expected may indicate that the pump has overinfused.

Overinfusion may or may not be associated with clinically relevant symptoms. When the pump delivers more drug volume than the programmed rate, patients may experience overdose symptoms, and the pump reservoir will deplete more quickly than expected. Patients may experience underdose or withdrawal symptoms if the drug is depleted prior to the scheduled refill date from an overinfusing pump. At each refill visit, question and examine the patient for signs and symptoms of overdose, underdose, and withdrawal.

The low reservoir alarm of an overinfusing pump will not sound if the pump reservoir is prematurely depleted. The low reservoir alarm is calculated from the pump’s programmed delivery rate and is not a direct measurement of the actual drug volume in the pump reservoir. Multiple factors may increase the likelihood of overinfusion, including: nonindicated drug formulations, overfilling of the pump reservoir, operation of the pump with no fluid in the reservoir, catheter occlusion, and pump stops or motor stalls lasting more than 48 hours.

Refer to the appropriate drug labeling for specific drug underdose or overdose symptoms and methods of management. If overinfusion is strongly suspected, contact Medtronic. Reducing the dose and/or concentration is not recommended as a solution for overinfusion. If immediate discontinuation of therapy is clinically appropriate for the patient, program the pump to minimum rate mode, and aspirate any remaining drug from the reservoir. Five occurrences of overinfusion have been identified in Medtronic’s prospective, long-term multi-center registry study (Product Surveillance Registry) as of January 2016, resulting in a rate estimate of less than 0.14% (approximately 1 in 700).

Calculating catheter volume - Use the catheter length recorded at implant or catheter revision when calculating catheter volume. The actual implanted catheter length and catheter model number are required to accurately calculate catheter volume. A universal value does not exist that can be used as a substitute for this knowledge. An inaccurate catheter volume calculation can result in a clinically significant or fatal drug underdose or overdose.

Contrast medium (pumps with a catheter access port) - Do not inject any contrast medium into the pump reservoir. Injecting contrast medium into the pump reservoir can impair pump operation.

Refill - Patients must return to the clinic for refills at the prescribed times. Failure to return to the clinic for refills at the prescribed times can result in the actual flow rate of the pump being less than expected, resulting in a loss of or change in therapy, which may lead to a return of underlying symptoms, drug withdrawal symptoms, or a clinically significant or fatal drug underdose. Failure to return at the prescribed times can also damage the pump, requiring surgical replacement.

Refill kit components - Use the appropriate Amneal refill kit during all Lioresal refill procedures using Medtronic implantable infusion pumps. Using components other than Amneal components or a kit other than the appropriate refill kit can damage Medtronic pump components, requiring surgical revision or replacement, and allow drug leakage into surrounding tissue, resulting in loss of or change in therapy, which may lead to a return of underlying symptoms, drug withdrawal symptoms, or a clinically significant or fatal drug underdose or overdose.

Injection error during a pump refill procedure - Be certain you are accessing the reservoir fill port when injecting fluids into an implanted pump. ALWAYS:

• identify the pump model and reservoir volume.
• identify the location of the reservoir fill port.

– Avoid pocket fill, ie, improper injection of medication into the subcutaneous tissue (see below).

– Avoid inadvertent injection into the catheter access port (see below).

• use the instructions, noncoring needles, appropriate template edge, and other accessories provided in the appropriate kit.
• verify the location of the reservoir fill port during needle insertion according to the instructions provided AND using other medical procedures as appropriate.
• refer to the drug labeling for indications, contraindications, warnings, precautions, adverse events, and dosage and administration information.

Pocket fill is the improper injection of refill medication into the subcutaneous tissue, which includes the pump pocket. The injection of drug into the subcutaneous tissue can lead to an acute systemic overdose, which can be fatal. After a pocket fill, the pump reservoir will become empty sooner than anticipated, and this may cause underdose symptoms and/or baclofen withdrawal syndrome, which can be fatal. If it is suspected or known that all or part of the drug was injected into the pocket during the refill procedure, monitor the patient closely for signs and symptoms of overdose in an appropriate facility for a sufficient amount of time or until the symptoms have resolved. Refer to the refill kit manual or the Indications, Drug Stability, and Emergency Procedures reference manual1 for emergency procedures associated with drug underdose and overdose. Refer to the drug product information label for specific drug underdose and overdose symptoms and methods of management.

Inadvertent injection into the catheter access port may result in a clinically significant or fatal drug overdose. If it is suspected or known that all or part of the drug was injected into the catheter access port during the refill procedure, monitor the patient closely for signs and symptoms of overdose in an appropriate facility for a sufficient amount of time or until the symptoms have resolved. Refer to the catheter access port kit manual or the Indications, Drug Stability, and Emergency Procedures reference manual1 for emergency procedures associated with drug overdose. Refer to the drug labeling for specific drug overdose symptoms and methods of management.

Changing drug or decreasing drug concentrations - Rinse the reservoir twice between solutions when changing drug or decreasing drug concentrations in the pump reservoir. A significant amount of drug may be present in the pump reservoir after emptying the pump. This residual volume cannot be removed by emptying the pump. Rinsing the reservoir between solutions minimizes the amount of drug in this residual volume but does not eliminate it. Failure to account for residual drug in the pump reservoir can result in a concentration that is different than intended and a clinically significant or fatal drug underdose or overdose. Program a bridge bolus after rinsing the reservoir twice.The bridge bolus advances the remaining old drug (the drug left in the pump tubing, catheter access port, and catheter after emptying and refilling the pump) to the catheter tip at the specified flow rate.

Refer to "Performing a reservoir rinse" on page 18 of this manual. Refer to the programming guide for bridge bolus procedures.

Connections - Firmly secure all connections. Failure to secure connections can allow drug to leak onto the surrounding skin and may result in inadequate therapy or infection.

Reservoir fill port injections - Do not use excessive force when accessing the reservoir fill port. Excessive force can result in damage to the needle or pump requiring surgical revision or replacement, and leakage into surrounding tissue, resulting in loss of or change in therapy, which may lead to a return of underlying symptoms, drug withdrawal symptoms, or a clinically significant or fatal drug underdose or overdose.

Intrathecal therapy - For intrathecal therapy, use ONLY a preservative-free sterile solution indicated for intrathecal use. Nonindicated fluids containing preservatives or endotoxins can be neurotoxic in intrathecal applications. Using nonindicated fluids can result in adverse events including, but not limited to, extreme pain, cramps, seizures, and death.

Drug information - Refer to the drug labeling for indications, contraindications, warnings, precautions, dosage and administration information, and screening procedures. Refer to the drug labeling for specific drug underdose or overdose symptoms and methods of management. Failure to refer to the drug labeling can result in inappropriate patient selection and management, inadequate therapy, intolerable side effects, or a clinically significant or fatal drug underdose or overdose. Consider the possibility of a drug error if the patient experiences unusual side effects. Failure to do so can result in misdiagnosis of patient symptoms.

Mixing drugs - The effects that drug mixtures have on pump operation are unknown. Drugs can precipitate when mixed. These precipitates can inhibit pump flow or block the catheter, resulting in loss of therapy or a clinically significant or fatal drug underdose.

Drug interaction and side effects - Inform patients of the appropriate warnings and precautions regarding drug interactions, potential side effects, and signs and symptoms that require medical attention, including prodromal signs and symptoms of inflammatory mass. Failure to recognize the signs and symptoms and to seek appropriate medical intervention can result in serious patient injury or death.

Drug overdose symptoms and management - Refer to the emergency procedures included at the end of this manual and the drug labeling for specific drug overdose symptoms and methods of management.

Drug underdose/overdose - Inform patients and caregivers of the signs and symptoms of a drug underdose and overdose. Inform patients and caregivers:

• to be aware and report any unusual signs or symptoms at anytime during or after a refill or catheter access port procedure.
• to be alert for any burning sensations in the area of the pump pocket during their refill or catheter access port procedure.
• to especially watch for signs of underdose and overdose.
• to stay alert for signs or symptoms that may indicate changes to their prescribed drug concentration or programmed dose.
• to seek emergency assistance as necessary. Refer to the refill kit or catheter access port kit manual or the Indications, Drug Stability and Emergency Procedures reference manual1 for emergency procedures associated with drug underdose and overdose.

Failure to recognize these signs and symptoms and to seek appropriate medical intervention can result in serious patient injury or death.

Patient travel – Patients should notify their clinicians of any travel plans. Clinicians need this information to coordinate patient care and pump refills and help prevent a loss of or change in therapy, which may lead to a return of underlying symptoms, drug withdrawal symptoms, or a clinically significant or fatal drug underdose.

Precautions

Compatibility, all components - Follow these guidelines when selecting system components:

• Amnealcomponents: For proper therapy, use only components that are compatible with the appropriate indication.
• Non-Amneal components: No claims of safety, efficacy, or compatibility are made with regard to the use of non-Amneal components. Refer to the non-Amneal component documentation for information.

Component packaging - Before shipment the components in the sterile package were sterilized by the process indicated on the package label. Do not use or implant a component if the following circumstances have occurred:

• The storage package or sterile seal has been pierced or altered because component sterility cannot be guaranteed and infection may occur.
• The component shows signs of damage because the component may not function properly.
• The use-by date has expired because component sterility cannot be guaranteed and infection may occur; also, device battery longevity may be reduced and may require early replacement.

Storage temperature: kits and accessories - Do not store or transport the kit device components or accessories above 57 °C (135 °F) or below –34 °C (–30 °F). Temperatures outside this range can damage device components.

Aseptic technique - Use strict aseptic technique when accessing the reservoir fill port or the catheter access port of an implanted pump. Failure to use aseptic technique can contaminate fluids or tissues and result in local or systemic infection.

Infection - Use extreme caution when accessing the reservoir fill port or catheter access port of the implanted pump if local or systemic infection is suspected. Avoid contaminating the system or further spreading the infection. Local or systemic infection may require pump revision or removal.

Therapy discontinuance - If therapy is discontinued for an extended period, fill the pump reservoir with preservative-free saline. Program the pump to infuse at the minimum flow rate. Refill the pump as needed to ensure the pump always contains fluid in the reservoir and fluid pathway. Stopping the pump for extended periods or allowing the pump reservoir to empty completely can damage the system and require surgical replacement.

Single use only - Do not reuse any component. Components are intended for single use only. Reusing components can result in inadequate therapy and an increased risk of infection.

Reservoir valve activation - Do not prematurely activate the pump reservoir valve. Activation of the pump reservoir valve seals the pump reservoir valve closed. Unusual resistance or the inability to inject the entire fill volume may indicate activation of the pump reservoir valve. If the valve closes, a portion of the reservoir contents must be delivered or removed before filling can be completed, and procedural delays can occur. Activation of the pump reservoir valve before the pump is filled can be resolved by the following actions:

• completely aspirating all contents of the pump reservoir before filling
• not allowing air into the pump reservoir through an open needle in the septum or an unclamped extension
• not exceeding the maximum reservoir volume indicated in the pump labeling
• If the patient has a fever, waiting for the patient’s fever to reduce to 38°C or below

Adverse events

The adverse events associated with the use of this device may include, but may not be limited to, the following:

• Meningitis
• Infection
• Reservoir contamination
• Overpressurization of the reservoir
• Injection into pocket or subcutaneous tissue
• Activation of reservoir valve

Instructions for use

Become thoroughly familiar with all product literature before using this refill kit.

Sterilization

All components of the kit are sterile. Do not resterilize. Should sterility of the kit be in question, discard and use a new kit.

Note: The outside of the ampule is sterile. If sterile technique is broken, the contents of the ampule are still sterile.

Preliminary procedures

1. Open the Lioresal Refill Kit
2. Prepare the sterile field. The sterile drape can be used to prepare the sterile field.
3. Gather the following sterile equipment:

• Drug prep kit containing correct concentration and volume of Lioresal Intrathecal (baclofen injections)
• Sterile drape

From the refill kit:

• 20-mL empty syringe
• Extension set with a clamp
• Template
• 0.2-micron filter
• Two 22-gauge noncoring needle (2", 1.5")
• Fenestrated drape with adhesive strips
• Two alcohol wipes
•  Latex-free sterile gloves
• Adhesive bandage, optional
• *Note: the sharps plug should remain in the kit tray to receive the used sharps, if desired

4. Refer to the drug labeling for indications, contraindications, warnings, precautions, dosage and administration information, and screening procedures.

5. Prepare the programmer for use. Refer to the appropriate programming guide for instructions.

6. Confirm the:

• pump model
• reservoir volume (i.e., expected volume)
• location of the pump

Note: The model and reservoir volume can be confirmed by the programmer. Alternatively, a radiopaque identifier in the pump shows the pump model and identifies Medtronic as the pump manufacturer on a standard x-ray (Figure 1). A three-letter code designates the pump model.

Figure 1. A radiopaque identifier on a SynchroMed II pump.

 

 

5. Confirm that the volume of the prescribed fluid does not exceed the reservoir volume of the pump.

Emptying the SynchroMed pump

1. Prepare the injection site by cleansing the area.
2. Open the kit. Put on sterile gloves.
3. Place the drape, exposing the pump site.
4. Using sterile procedures, assemble the needle, extension set, and empty syringe as follows:

a. Connect the empty syringe to the extension set.

b. Connect the needle to the extension set.

5. Palpate the pump and identify the location of the catheter access port and the edges of pump.

Factors that may make it difficult to locate the pump include, but are not limited to:

• deep implant
• patient position (eg, a seated patient)
• scar tissue at the pump implant site
• seroma
• the pump is tilted in the pocket
• ·obesity
• pump movement within the pocket
• weight gain after implant
• weight loss after implant

If you have difficulty identifying the pump features, you may seek assistance from another clinician. If deemed necessary by the clinician, x-ray and fluoroscopy can be used to assist in locating or determining the orientation of the pump.

6. Place the template on the skin over the pump, and align the refill template. Align the right edge of the template with the right edge of the pump (Figure 2). Use the center circle of the template to insert the needle into the reservoir fill port.

Figure 2. Aligning the refill template.

7. Close the clamp.

8. Gently insert the 22-gauge needle perpendicular to the surface of the pump through the center of the template and into the center of the reservoir fill port until the needle touches the bottom of the reservoir fill port (Figures: 3 – 4).

Note: The pump may be tilted within the pocket and therefore the needle angle may not be perpendicular to the patient's body.

During proper needle insertion, you will feel the needle:

• pass through the patient's skin and subcutaneous tissue,
• hit the silicone septum,

(Scar tissue, if present, can feel similar to the septum.)

• pass through the septum, and
• hit the metal bottom of the reservoir fill port.

(The top of the pump is metal and hitting the top of the pump can feel similar to hitting the bottom of the reservoir fill port.)

If excessive resistance is encountered during needle insertion, reassess placement. Do not force the needle. The feel of abnormal resistance during the procedure may be an indication that the needle is not in the center of the reservoir fill port.

Figure 3. View inside of a SynchroMed programmable pump while the needle is fully and properly inserted.

Figure 4. Close the clamp and insert the needle into the reservoir fill port.

 

Note: At any point during the procedure, if in doubt about the needle location, reassess its position. Factors that may contribute to difficulty inserting the needle into the reservoir fill port include, but are not limited to:

• the pump is flipped in the pocket
• deep implant
• patient position (eg, a seated patient)
• patient movement (eg, spasticity, difficulty hold still)
• localized muscle spasms at the pump implant site
• scar tissue at the pump implant site
• seroma
• the pump is tilted in the pocket
• obesity
• pump movement within the pocket
• weight gain after implant
• weight loss after implant

9. Open the clamp and slowly withdraw the fluid from the reservoir into the empty syringe.

Note: If the withdrawn fluid has an unexpected appearance (eg, evidence of blood), this may indicate that the needle is not properly inserted into the pump.

10. If the syringe maximum capacity is reached before the reservoir is completely empty, more than one syringe will be needed to empty the pump.

a. Close the clamp.

b. Remove the full syringe.

c. Attach an empty syringe.

d. Verify that the needle is in the pump reservoir fill port.

e. Repeat step 9, then continue to step 11.

11. Completely empty the pump. When the pump is empty, the bubbles will stop forming, and negative pressure in the syringe can be felt.

12. Close the clamp and remove the syringe from the extension set.
Note: Keep the needle in the reservoir fill port and the clamp closed for the pump refill procedure that follows.

13. Note the amount withdrawn from the pump for entry in the patient's record.

14. Compare the amount withdrawn from the pump to the expected volume. See the pump programmer for the expected volume. The amount withdrawn should approximately equal the expected volume. If a less than expected volume is observed, potential causes of the volume discrepancy could include: inaccurate volume measurements, incomplete pump aspiration, incorrect volume entry into clinician programmer at refills, unrecognized partial pocket fill, aspiration of pump medication by patient or caregiver, or overinfusion.

Note: Immediately following the refill procedure:

− record the amount withdrawn and the expected volume in the patient’s record

− record any volume discrepancy and compare volume discrepancies from visit to visit.

15. Discard the fluid and syringe as appropriate for the fluid content in accordance with institutional policies and applicable regulations.

Refilling the SynchroMed pump

WARNING:

Overinfusion is defined as the delivery of more drug volume than the programmed rate, exceeding the pump’s flow rate accuracy specification. Pump reservoir contents aspirated during a refill procedure that are less than expected may indicate that the pump has overinfused. Overinfusion may or may not be associated with clinically relevant symptoms. When the pump delivers more drug volume than the programmed rate, patients may experience overdose symptoms, and the pump reservoir will deplete more quickly than expected. Patients may experience underdose or withdrawal symptoms if the drug is depleted prior to the scheduled refill date from an overinfusing pump. At each refill visit, question and examine the patient for signs and symptoms of overdose, underdose, and withdrawal.

The low reservoir alarm of an overinfusing pump will not sound if the pump reservoir is prematurely depleted. The low reservoir alarm is calculated from the pump’s programmed delivery rate and is not a direct measurement of the actual drug volume in the pump reservoir. Multiple factors may increase the likelihood of overinfusion, including: nonindicated drug formulations, overfilling of the pump reservoir, operation of the pump with no fluid in the reservoir, catheter occlusion, and pump stops or motor stalls lasting more than 48 hours.

Refer to the appropriate drug labeling for specific drug underdose or overdose symptoms and methods of management. If overinfusion is strongly suspected, contact Medtronic. Reducing the dose and/or concentration is not recommended as a solution for overinfusion. If immediate discontinuation of therapy is clinically appropriate for the patient, program the pump to minimum rate mode, and aspirate any remaining drug from the reservoir. Five occurrences of overinfusion have been identified in Medtronic’s prospective, long-term multi-center registry study (Product Surveillance Registry) as of January 2016, resulting in a rate estimate of less than 0.14% (approximately 1 in 700).

WARNING:

Pocket fill is the improper injection into the subcutaneous tissue, which includes the pump pocket. Pocket fill can result in a loss of or change in symptom control, drug withdrawal symptoms, or a clinically significant or fatal drug underdose or overdose. Observe the patient after the pump refill procedure for any signs or symptoms that could indicate a pocket fill or any other drug-related adverse event due to the refill procedure.

Inadvertent injection into the catheter access port may result in a clinically significant or fatal drug overdose. Observe the patient after the pump refill procedure for any signs or symptoms that could indicate a drug-related adverse event due to the pump refill procedure.

WARNING:

If it is suspected or known that all or part of the drug was inadvertently injected into the pocket or the catheter access port during the refill procedure, monitor the patient closely for signs and symptoms of overdose in an appropriate facility for a sufficient amount of time or until the symptoms have resolved. Refer to the kit manual or the Indications, Drug Stability, and Emergency Procedures reference manual1 for emergency procedures associated with drug underdose and overdose. Refer to the drug product information label for specific drug underdose and overdose symptoms and methods of management.

WARNING:

Swelling at the injection site may indicate that the needle tip is not properly located within the pump reservoir, and the result could be pocket fill. Pocket fill can result in a loss of or change in symptom control, drug withdrawal symptoms, or a clinically significant or fatal drug underdose or overdose. Absence of swelling does not in all cases demonstrate that the needle tip is properly located. If swelling is present, stop injecting and observe the patient for any signs or symptoms that could indicate a pocket fill or any other drug-related adverse event.

1. If changing drug or drug concentrations, refer to "Performing a reservoir rinse" on page 18. Otherwise, proceed to the next step.
2. Confirm that the refill volume of the prescribed fluid does not exceed the reservoir volume of the pump.
3. Purge the air from the syringe containing the prescribed fluid.
4. Attach the filter to the syringe with the prescribed fluid.
5. Purge all air from the filter.
6. Attach the syringe with the prescribed fluid and filter to the extension set (Figure 5).
7. Before and during injection, verify that the needle remains fully inserted to the bottom of the reservoir fill port. Do not apply tension to the extension tubing because the needle may be pulled out from the reservoir.
8. Open the clamp and as the clamp is opened, observe the following indications that the needle continues to be properly positioned:
   • The bubbles in the extension set are immediately drawn into the pump.
   • The plunger may move slightly when the drug is initially drawn into the pump.
9. Slowly depress the plunger on the syringe to inject the prescribed fluid into the pump reservoir. While injecting the prescribed fluid, verify that the needle remains properly located within the reservoir (Figure 5).

a. Periodically withdraw and observe a portion of the drug to confirm that the drug has the expected appearance.

b. After confirming that the needle remains in the reservoir, resume injecting fluid.

Figure 5. Open the clamp and inject into the pump reservoir.

 

CAUTION:

If you encounter unusual resistance before the maximum reservoir volume is injected or you are unable to inject fluid, the reservoir valve may have been activated. Activation of the pump reservoir valve seals the pump reservoir valve closed. If the valve closes, a portion of the reservoir contents must be delivered or removed before filling can be completed, and procedural delays can occur.

To prevent activation of the pump reservoir valve during emptying and filling procedures:

• completely aspirate all contents of the pump reservoir before filling;
• do not allow air into the pump reservoir through an open needle in the septum or an unclamped extension; and
• do not exceed the maximum reservoir volume indicated in the pump labeling.

10. If you have activated the reservoir valve, complete steps a – g below. Otherwise, proceed to step 11.

a. Discontinue injection.

b. Close the clamp.

c. Remove the syringe with prescribed fluid and attached filter.

d. Attach an empty 20-mL syringe to the extension set.

e. Open the clamp, and aspirate until all fluid/air is removed.

f. Close the clamp and remove the syringe containing the aspirate from the extension set and discard the syringe.

g. Repeat steps 2 – 10.

Note: For pumps with a reservoir valve, the amount of time before the valve will release is dependent on the duration and the amount of pressure applied after the valve is first activated. The more pressure exerted, the longer it may take to release the valve.

11. If more than one syringe of prescribed fluid is needed to fill the pump reservoir, complete steps a – d below. Otherwise, proceed to step 12.

a. Close the clamp.

b. Keep the filter from the extension set in place, and remove the first syringe from the filter.

CAUTION: Do not remove the filter from the extension set. Removal of the filter could compromise the sterile barrier, which could result in an infection for the patient.

c. Purge the air from the second syringe, and attach the second syringe to the filter (Figure 5).

d. With the second syringe in a vertical position, open the clamp and slowly depress the plunger on the syringe to inject the prescribed fluid into the pump reservoir.

12. When filling is complete, close the clamp and carefully remove the needle from the reservoir fill port.

Note: If you are unsure whether drug was injected correctly into the pump, completely aspirate the pump to verify that all of the injected drug can be removed.

13. Remove the cleansing agent from the patient’s skin using an alcohol pad.

14. Apply an adhesive bandage, if desired.

15. Discard all components of the kit.

Programming the SynchroMed pump

1. If the drug concentration or drug has been changed, program a bridge bolus. Refer to the programming guide for the pump software.
2. If any prescription information has changed, enter the changed information into the clinician programmer: for example drug name, drug concentration, infusion information, or volume of prescribed fluid in the pump reservoir.
3. Update the pump.

After the refill procedure

1. Record the amount withdrawn and the expected volume in the patient’s record.
2. Record any volume discrepancy and compare volume discrepancies from visit to visit.
3. Print out the desired refill-related reports, and place the final pump settings in the patient file.
4. Determine the refill date from the printout, and schedule a refill appointment

Reservoir rinse procedure

 

Performing a reservoir rinse

To prevent drug overdose or underdose when changing concentrations or changing solutions in the pump reservoir, always rinse the reservoir twice between solutions to remove the drug that remains in the reservoir after emptying the pump. This remaining volume is known as the residual volume.

The procedure for performing a reservoir rinse is outlined below. Use the components of the appropriate refill kit to perform the rinse and follow the applicable empty and refill procedures for that kit.

1. Empty the pump completely.
2. Fill the pump with 10 mL of sterile preservative-free Sodium Chloride Injection, USP.
3. Empty the pump completely.
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3.
5. Fill the pump to capacity with the prescribed fluid.
6. Program a bridge bolus. Refer to the programming guide for the pump software.

Technical support

 

A toll-free technical support service is available 24 hours a day for clinicians managing patients with Medtronic implantable infusion pumps. Telephone Customer Service at: 1-800-707-0933.

Emergency procedures

Lioresal Intrathecal (baclofen injection) overdose

Consult the patient's medical record or with the patient's physician to confirm the drug or drug concentration within the pump reservoir.

Symptoms

Drowsiness, lightheadedness, dizziness, somnolence, respiratory depression, hypothermia, seizures, rostral progression of hypotonia, and loss of consciousness progressing to coma.

There is no specific antidote for treating overdoses of intrathecal baclofen injection.

 

Actions

 

See Table 1.

Table 1. Lioresal Intrathecal (baclofen injection) overdose emergency procedures

 

a Use a 24- or 25-gauge needle for withdrawal from a SynchroMed II catheter access port.

Lioresal Intrathecal (baclofen injection) underdose/ withdrawal

 

Consult the patient's medical record or with the patient's physician to confirm the drug or drug concentration within the pump reservoir.

Symptoms of underdose

Pruritus without rash, hypotension, paresthesia, fever, and altered mental state. Priapism may develop or recur if treatment with intrathecal baclofen is interrupted.

Symptoms of withdrawal

Exaggerated rebound spasticity and muscle rigidity, rhabdomyolysis, and multiple organ failure. The condition may resemble autonomic dysreflexia, infection (sepsis), malignant hyperthermia, and neuroleptic- malignant syndrome.

Actions

See Table 2.

Table 2. Lioresal Intrathecal (baclofen injection) underdose/withdrawal emergency procedures

a Refer to the drug manufacturer’s package insert for a complete list of indications, contraindications, warnings, precautions, adverse events, and dosage and administration information.

b Coffey RJ, Edgar TS, Francisco GE, et al. Abrupt withdrawal from the

intrathecal baclofen: recognition and management of a potentially life- threatening syndrome. Arch Phys Med Rehabil. 2002;83:735-741.

Emergency procedure to empty pump reservoir

 

Equipment

 

• 22-gauge noncoring needle
• 20-mL syringe
• 3-way stopcock or extension set with clamp
• Antiseptic agent

1. Assemble the needle, syringe, and stopcock or extension set.
2. Locate the pump by palpation. The reservoir fill port is located in the CENTER of the pump.

If you have difficulty identifying the pump features, you may seek assistance from another clinician. If deemed necessary by the clinician, x-ray and fluoroscopy can be used to assist in locating or determining the orientation of the pump.

3. Prepare the injection site by cleansing the area using an antiseptic agent.

4. Gently insert the 22-gauge noncoring needle into the center of the reservoir fill port until the needle touches the bottom of the reservoir fill port (Figure 6).

During proper needle insertion, you will feel the needle:

• pass through the patient's skin and subcutaneous tissue,
• hit the silicone septum,

  (Scar tissue, if present, can feel similar to the septum.)

• pass through the septum, and
• hit the metal bottom of the reservoir fill port.

(The top of the pump is metal and hitting the top of the pump can feel similar to hitting the bottom of the reservoir fill port.)

If excessive resistance is encountered during needle insertion, reassess placement. Do not force the needle. The feel of abnormal resistance during the procedure may be an indication that the needle is not in the center of the reservoir fill port.

Figure 6. View inside of a SynchroMed programmable pump while the needle is fully and properly inserted.

5. Open the clamp or stopcock and slowly withdraw the fluid from the reservoir into the empty syringe.

6. Depending on pump reservoir volume, more than one syringe may be needed to empty the pump. Close the clamp or stopcock when changing syringes.

7. Completely empty the pump. When the pump is empty, the bubbles will stop forming, and negative pressure in the syringe can be felt.

8. Remove the needle from the reservoir fill port.

9. Record in patient chart the amount of fluid emptied from the pump reservoir.

Special notice

The Amneal Model 856X Refill Kit is designed to be used for refilling Medtronic implantable programmable infusion pumps with the exception of Medtronic MiniMed infusion pumps. Amneal cannot warrant or guarantee the refill kit because, despite the exercise of all due care in design, component selection, manufacture, and testing prior to sale, the components of the refill kit may be easily damaged before or during use by improper handling or other intervening acts.

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1. Should the Product fail to function within normal tolerances due to a defect in materials or workmanship prior to its "Use By" date, Amneal will at its option: (a) issue a credit to the purchaser equal to the Purchase Price, as defined in Subsection A(2), against the purchase of the replacement Product or provide a functionally comparable replacement Product at no charge.
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